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Raising Justice-Minded Kids with Elisa Johnston


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Have you ever wondered how to talk to your kids about justice in a way that’s rooted in Scripture and lived out with compassion? This week’s conversation is one that will both equip and encourage you. I’m joined by Elisa Johnston and we’re talking all about raising kids who care deeply about others and live out their faith in practical ways.

This episode isn’t about having all the answers, it's about taking small, faithful steps toward raising kids who see the needs of the world and respond with the love of Jesus.

Here are four key takeaways from our conversation:

  • How to help your kids develop compassion that leads to action
  • Why biblical justice starts with seeing others the way God does
  • Practical ideas for making justice part of your family’s daily rhythms
  • How to guide kids through cultural conversations with truth and grace


Elisa is a mom of four, a passionate justice advocate, and the author of Justice-Minded Kids: Bite-Size Challenges to Empower Kids to Practice Justice, Compassion, and Love. Through her writing and work, she helps families build a lifestyle of justice that starts at home and extends into the world. Her work invites parents and kids alike to walk humbly, love deeply, and live boldly in their faith.

Whether you’re just beginning this journey or have been in it for a while, I hope this episode gives you the tools and encouragement you need to keep going.


00:00 Introduction and Background

02:57 Balancing Family and Work

06:13 Raising Justice-Minded Kids

09:09 Understanding Justice in a Biblical Context

11:57 Practical Steps for Families

15:07 The Kindness Quest Challenge

17:57 Navigating Challenges in Kindness Initiatives

19:15 Teaching Kids to Respond to Injustice

25:15 Equipping Parents for Justice-Minded Parenting

29:01 Practical Lessons for Raising Justice-Minded Kids

33:01 Encouragement for Parents on the Journey


Connect with Elisa:

Instagram

Website


Resources Mentioned:

Justice Minded Kids book

Clear Focus Bible for Kids

A Great Cloud of Witnesses prayer journal

Christian Parenting resources

School Simplified


The Christian Parenting Podcast is a part of the Christian Parenting Podcast Network. For more information visit www.ChristianParenting.org



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